arise vs rise

arise

Definitions

verb

  1. result or issue
  2. originate or come into being
  3. come into existence; take on form or shape
  4. rise to one's feet
  5. take part in a rebellion; renounce a former allegiance
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Examples

The greatest difficulty which presents itself in entering the southern mouth arises from what in America are termed snags, that is, large trees, the roots of which are firmly planted in the bed of the river, whilst the branches project up the stream, and are likely to pierce any boat in its passage down.

In some cases, difficulties arise because of a combination of less individualisation and low survival.

Our reaction to a tickling sensation may have arisen from a defence against creepy-crawlies.

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rise

Definitions

verb

  1. rise up
  2. exert oneself to meet a challenge
  3. come into existence; take on form or shape
  4. come to the surface
  5. rise to one's feet
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noun

  1. (theology) the origination of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost
  2. a growth in strength or number or importance
  3. the property possessed by a slope or surface that rises
  4. the amount a salary is increased
  5. the act of changing location in an upward direction
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Examples

One infers that all of this would be computerised information.

The abrupt facies shift, bioturbation and cemented nature of the surfaces suggests that they represent marine flooding surfaces, formed during a rapid rise in relative sea level and/or a reduction in sediment supply.

She jumped back with a little yelp of surprise.

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